Why Your “Free” State E-file Suddenly Cost $40 (The Sneaky State Fee Bait-and-Switch)
You saw the big promise: “Free tax filing!”Then you filed your federal return… and suddenly you hit the wall: “Your state return requires an upgrade — $40.”This isn’t an accident. It’s a business model. Here’s… Why Your “Free” State E-file Suddenly Cost $40 (The Sneaky State Fee Bait-and-Switch)